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Hydrangea seemannii
climbing hydrangea
An invaluable, woody, evergreen climber, which can attach itself to walls and fences by producing aerial roots. The...
3 litre pot
£22.49
£29.99
available to order from late spring
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Plant description
An invaluable, woody, evergreen climber, which can attach itself to walls and fences by producing aerial roots. The attractive leaves are mid-green and leathery and will provide year-long interest. From early summer interesting clusters of greenish-cream flowers appear and grow up to 15cm across. These last well into autumn and provide a beautiful display.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Hydrangea seemannii:
Plant in moist, fertile soil and do not allow the soil to dry out while the plant is getting established. Trim to fit the available space after flowering.
Warning
Humans: Skin allergen; Pets: Harmful if eaten
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